Nasdaq
Nasdaq, Inc., a leading global technology company, is headquartered in the United States and operates extensively across North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1971, Nasdaq revolutionised the financial markets by launching the world's first electronic stock exchange, setting a precedent for modern trading practices. The company primarily operates in the financial services industry, offering a diverse range of products and services, including market technology, trading platforms, and data analytics. Nasdaq's unique blend of innovative technology and comprehensive market insights positions it as a key player in the global financial ecosystem. With a strong market presence, Nasdaq has achieved notable milestones, including the listing of thousands of companies and the development of advanced trading solutions that enhance market efficiency and transparency.
DitchCarbon Score
How does Nasdaq's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.
Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Financial Intermediation industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
Nasdaq's score of 72 is higher than 85% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Nasdaq's reported carbon emissions
In 2023, Nasdaq reported a total of approximately 91,781,000 kg CO2e in greenhouse gas emissions, with significant contributions from Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Specifically, Scope 1 emissions accounted for about 75,100 kg CO2e, while Scope 2 emissions totalled approximately 18,776,000 kg CO2e. The majority of emissions stemmed from Scope 3, which reached about 91,644,000 kg CO2e, highlighting the extensive impact of its supply chain and operational activities. Nasdaq has set ambitious climate commitments, pledging to achieve a 100% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using 2021 as the baseline year. Additionally, the company aims to reduce its absolute Scope 3 emissions by 50% by 2030 and 95% by 2050, also from a 2021 baseline. These targets are part of Nasdaq's broader commitment to reach net-zero emissions across its value chain by 2050. The company has also committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity through 2030 and ensuring that 70% of its suppliers, by spend, set science-based targets by 2027. Nasdaq's climate initiatives are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), reinforcing its commitment to align with global climate goals. Overall, Nasdaq's comprehensive approach to reducing its carbon footprint reflects its dedication to sustainability and responsible corporate governance in the financial services sector.
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| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | - | - | 0,000 | 000 | 00,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 2 | 35,305,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 000,000 | 00,000 |
| Scope 3 | 28,054,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
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Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks
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Nasdaq is participating in some of the initiatives that we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.
